Sr. Receptionist Per Diem

Davita Inc.; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a per diem Senior Receptionist/Switchboard Operator to support their Acute Psych Services Department. In this role, you will greet visitors, offer clerical support, and handle phone calls, ensuring smooth operation for all incoming traffic. This position requires strong communication skills and is based on-site.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a receptionist in a medical/clinical setting preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main receptionist for the building.
• Provide general office clerical support.
• Schedule, cancel, and confirm appointments.

Skills

Communication skills

Typing skills

Multitasking

Education

Two years of clerical experience

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Sr. Receptionist Per Diem
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support - General
Department	UBHC-Acute Treatment-PISC
Overview
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a per diem Senior Receptionist/Switchboard Operator for the Acute Psych Services Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose of the per diem Senior Receptionist/Switchboard Operator is to serve as main receptionist for the building and provide general office clerical support. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Greets all consumers/visitors in a prompt and courteous manner. Monitors the waiting area to ensure the comfort and safety of visitors. Provides accurate information such as directions as well as building facility information to visitors. Ensures all individuals entering the building display proper identification. Issues temporary passes to visitors. Handles telephone calls in a professional and helpful manner. Schedules, cancels and confirms appointments. Performs light typing and clerical tasks for various departments.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	99H
Salary Details	A minimum of $16.45 per hour
Minimum Salary	00.00
Mid Range Salary	0.00
Maximum Salary	0.00
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status	Per Diem
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours	40.00
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Union Description	Health Care Prof Per Diem
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Position Pension Eligibility	None

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Two (2) years of clerical experience, preferably as a receptionist and involving scheduling duties in a medical or clinical setting.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must possess typing/word processing skills and excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications	Bilingual skills (English/Spanish).
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. Work Environment: Office environment. Moderate noise. Moderate traffic, frequent interruptions with request for assistance.
Special Conditions	Position requires evening and weekend hours.

Posting Details

Posting Number	24ST2147
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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